Africa Startup Ecosystem Builders Summit & Awards(ASEB)

The Africa Startup Ecosystem Builders Summit & Awards (ASEB) is a Pan-African movement dedicated to empowering the unsung heroes of Africa’s startup ecosystem—incubators, accelerators, mentors, investors, and policymakers—who work tirelessly behind the scenes to create environments where startups and small businesses can thrive. Since its inception in 2022, ASEB has grown into a flagship event that unites ecosystem builders from across the continent to address systemic challenges, foster collaboration, and celebrate the individuals and organizations driving Africa’s entrepreneurial transformation. Key Highlights of ASEB ✅ Three Successful Editions: Hosted in Johannesburg (2022), Nairobi (2023), and Accra (2024), with the 4th edition scheduled for Addis Ababa, Ethiopia, from November 13-15, 2025 ✅ 8,500+ Nominations: From 44 African countries, recognizing the incredible work of ecosystem builders. ✅ 1,500+ Ecosystem Builders Engaged: Through summits, workshops, and networking events. ✅ 400+ Award Winners Honored: Including luminaries like Tomi Davies, Rebecca Enonchong, Tervern Jaftha, Rym Baouendi, and Bernard Chiira. ✅ 600+ Attendees: From across Africa, fostering cross-border collaboration and knowledge sharing. This year’s summit will focus on actionable solutions to empower ecosystem builders with the tools, funding, and global visibility they need to create thriving environments for startups. ASEB Voices: A Year-Round Movement In addition to the annual summit, ASEB has launched ASEB Voices, a monthly webinar series that amplifies the stories, challenges, and successes of ecosystem builders. Through workshops, training sessions, and thought leadership, ASEB Voices is professionalizing ecosystem building as a practice and fostering collaboration across Africa. Join the Movement Whether you’re an ecosystem builder, entrepreneur, investor, or policymaker, ASEB is your platform to collaborate, innovate, and drive change. 👉 Learn More: www.asebsummit.com